HITCHFIRE FORGE 15 Owner's Manual

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FORGE 15

OWNER'S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before assembly, using, or servicing this grill.

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

PATENT PENDING

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Page 1 ® FORGE 15 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before assembly, using, or servicing this grill. FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY PATENT PENDING...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST ASSEMBLY & ATTACHING THE GRILL DEPLOYING THE GRILL ATTACHING PROPANE LIGHTING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING ANNUAL MAINTENANCE WARRANTY...
Page 4: Operating Instructions
SPECIALTY GAS APPLIANCES. If you have questions or need advice regarding your grill or its operation, please visit us on the web at Hitchfire.com. These instructions will give you the minimum requirements for assembling your grill. Please read the instructions carefully before using your grill. Improper assembly can be dangerous.
Page 5 WARNINGS This gas appliance is designed for outdoor use only. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway or any other enclosed area. Your Forge 15 should NEVER be placed under any combustible construction or materials. Do not use the grill within 24 inches of combustible materials, top, bottom, back or sides of the grill.
Page 6 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY GAS FITTING WHILE THIS APPLIANCE IS IN OPERATION. While this appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the gas supply, and the liquid propane tank removed from the appliance. Liquid propane tanks must be stored outdoors, out of the reach of children and must not be stored in any building, garage, or other enclosed structure.
Page 7: Parts List
PARTS LIST...
Page 8: Assembly & Attaching The Grill
ASSEMBLY - ATTACHING THE GRILL Slide the swing away arm assembly A. Pull out and twist the hinge spring lock. into your hitch and secure it with B. Release the slam-latch by pressing the hitch stabilizer bolt. down on the lever. Tighten the bolt using a wrench, make sure to tighten the bolt all...
Page 9 DO NOT DRIVE WITH A PROPANE CYLINDER INSTALLED ON THE GRILL. Close the hood latch, hinge If the Forge 15 blocks the visibility of your spring lock and slam-latch. vehicle’s license plate, remove the license plate and mount it on the temporary license plate bracket on the upper swing arm as shown.
Page 10: Deploying The Grill
DEPLOYING THE GRILL A. Pull out and twist the hinge spring lock. Swing the swing-away arm and grill away B. Release the slam-latch by pressing down from the vehicle. on the lever. Rotate the hinge spring lock to lock the arm’s position at either 90 or 180 degrees.
Page 11 Make sure that the burner control knob Unlatch the hood latch and is in the OFF position. Attach 2 16oz. open the grill hood. propane cylinder. See instructions listed in this manual under “Attaching the Propane Cylinder.” Fold out both side tables.
Page 12: Attaching Propane
If the propane cylinder is damaged, DO NOT install it on your HitchFire Grill. DO NOT IGNITE THE BURNER WHILE CHECKING FOR LEAKS. When installing the cylinder, be sure that it screws in securely in a smooth and straight manner.
Page 13 The burners have been flame tested. As a safety precaution, check all fittings for leaks before using your HitchFire Grill. Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a gas fitting. Perform these leak checks even if...
Page 14: Lighting
LIGHTING A summary of the lighting instructions is printed on the control panel. Open the lid. 2. Unfold side tables. 3. Make sure the burner control knob is turned OFF. (Push control knob in and turn clockwise to ensure that it is in the OFF position.) WARNING: Do not lean over the open grill.
Page 15 MANUAL LIGHTING: WARNING: DO NOT LEAN OVER THE OPEN GRILL. KEEP YOUR FACE AND DANGER! Failure to open the lid BODY AT LEAST ONE FOOT AWAY FROM while igniting the grill’s burner, or THE GRATE WHEN LIGHTING THE GRILL. not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the grill does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up, which can cause serious bodily injury...
Page 16: Operating Instructions
Never light the grill without first folding out the side tables. To preheat the grill: Always light the HitchFire grill according to the lighting instructions in the owner’s manual. After successfully lightning the grill, close the lid and turn the burner control knob to start / hi.
Page 17 Main Burner Flame Pattern: The HitchFire grill’s burner has been factory set for the correct air and gas mixture. If the flames do not appear to be uniform throughout the burner tube, follow the instructions listed in this manual under “Main Burner Cleaning Procedure.”...
Page 18: Cleaning
CLEANING WARNING: Turn your HitchFire grill OFF and wait for it to cool before cleaning. For availability of replacement cooking grate, go to Hitchfire.com Outside Surfaces: Use a warm soapy water solution to clean, then rinse with water. Cooking Grate: Clean with a soft brass bristle brush.
Page 19: Annual Maintenance
Lightly tap the burner tube to get debris and dirt out. Once the burner tube is clean, replace it in the grill. If the burner tube becomes damaged or cannot be cleaned, go to HitchFire.com for replacement parts. Do not use grill and contact customer service if: The smell of gas in conjunction with the burner flames appearing yellow and lazy.
Page 20: Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Covered HitchFire, producer of Forge 15 grill, warrants to the original purchaser that its products listed below are free from defects in material and workmanship, for the term described, except as qualified below. The life of the product is determined from the date of purchase until such time as the product is no longer serviceable due to normal wear and tear.
Page 21 REPAIRS If your HitchFire product needs service or repair due to normal wear and tear, animal attack, accident or some other reason that is not covered under the warranty we will provide the necessary service for a reasonable charge, plus shipping and handling.
Page 22 ANSI Z21.89-2017 / CSA1 .18-2017 Outdoor Cooking Specialty Gas Appliances Item No.: X50 Max Input Rating: 15000BTU Regulator Pressure: 11” WC Serial No.: Made in China...
Page 24 Read and follow all warn- ings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE HITCH FIRE INC. (DBA HitchFire) 2510 Rosedale Ave. Soquel, CA 95073 www.hitchfire.com support@hitchfire.com...